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The ratings service has created [similar binging guides](http://time.com/88354/how-long-it-takes-to-marathon-your-favorite-shows/) in the past, but this one uses social media data to pinpoint television that people have been tweeting about the most. So this way, you can plan to watch the shows other people are talking about — and then rapidly binge them so you can join the conversation.  Nielsen As you can see, you’ll be able to get through some shows, like _Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt_, in one day if you apply yourself. 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